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The February Connection Challenge

February is seen as the month of connection, with Valentine's Day on February 14 and the annual Family Day celebration on the third Monday. This year, residents are encouraged to not only connect with their families and friends, but to widen their circle of love to include neighbours and the community. Let’s use this opportunity to strengthen our community spirit.

For the FEBRUARY CONNECTION CHALLENGE, we challenge you to complete seven days of connecting from February 14 to February 21 using suggestions...

Regular Council Meeting Highlights for January 25, 2021

Council Policy Review

Council repealed several policies and approved an addition to the Council Policy during last night’s meeting. After a review of all Town policies, Administration recommended a series of changes to existing Council policies. The policies recommended for repeal are no longer required as they have been developed into a procedure or included in a bylaw. The approved changes will be posted to the Town website.

Read more about Council Policy Review in the agenda package...

Bell Lets Talk

Bell Let’s Talk Day is Thursday, January 28 and we’re joining in to help drive progress in mental health.

COVID-19 has affected every aspect of our lives, including our mental health. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 38% of Canadians say their mental health has declined due to COVID-19, and people already struggling with their mental health were 2 times more likely to say their mental health has declined due to the pandemic.

Together we have taken big steps to reduce the stigma...

Stony Plain FCSS supports Alzheimers Awareness Month

January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Stony Plain FCSS wants everyone to know Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. We are encouraging citizens to learn more about dementia and its stark impact on Canadians.

Today, more than half a million Canadians are living with dementia. In less than 12 years, that number will reach almost one million.

"Almost everyone knows someone who has been impacted by Alzheimer's disease, but not everyone understands what it is or what they can do about it,"...

Regular Council Meeting Highlights for January 11, 2021

Town Prepares for 2021 Municipal Election

With the municipal election coming up this fall, the Town is beginning preparations and updating the Election Bylaw to align with the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA). During last night’s meeting, Council gave first, second, and third reading to an updated Election Bylaw.

The municipal election is scheduled to take place on October 18, 2021. More election information will be made available in the months ahead.

Read more about the Election Bylaw...